Supreme Court of India NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a writ petition filed by one Mohibulla Mondal challenging the Bengal govt’s decision to cancel ration cards of those whose names were deleted from the voter list on the ground of doubtful citizenship following Special Intensive Revision (SIR).Appearing for the petitioner from Nadia district, senior advocate Shadan Farasat told a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana that ration cards of persons whose names were deleted from the voter list after SIR are being cancelled despite the top court restricting the SIR to electoral roll revision and clarifying that final determination of citizenship would have to be done by the Union government.The bench said since Mondal has already filed an appeal before the tribunal concerned challenging the deletion of his name from the voter list, a favourable outcome of these proceedings would ensure the inclusion of his name in the electoral roll and automatically, the other welfare benefits would follow. It asked the tribunal to decide Mondal’s appeal in two months.However, the bench said it was aware of its earlier order restricting SIR exercise to revision of the poll roll and said the issue of alleged linking of SIR deletion to cancellation of ration cards would have to be challenged in HC.Mondal said he was issued a digital ration card in Jan 2016 in the National Food Security Authority (NFSA) Priority Household category by the Bengal government.He said his right to food and right to life are in jeopardy because of the denial of subsidised food grains through a PDS outlet in his village. Supreme Court asked him to approach the high court.Get the latest India news and live updates. Download the TOI App.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosBageshwar Baba Dhirendra Shastri’s Brother Arrested For Firing At Farmer In Madhya Pradesh’Abhishek Has Done No Wrong’: Mamata Banerjee Defends Nephew Amid TMC Rebellion“Party Is Sinking”: Mamata’s Loyalist Crosses Over To Ritabrata Camp; TMC Crack Deepens’Serious Risk’ To India’s Largest Nuclear Plant Kudankulam After Files Leaked On Dark Web: ReportRahul Gandhi Steps In As Punjab Congress Infighting Threatens 2027 Election PreparationsExplained: Why PM Modi’s July 17 Punjab Visit Is Politically Crucial Ahead Of Assembly ElectionsHigh Profile Political Meeting Rekindle Talk Of NCP Unity In Maharashtra; Patil Denies BuzzKGMU Bars Cooking Of Non-Veg Food In Hostels After Governor Flags Issue At ConvocationIndia-UK FTA: What Gets Cheaper, How Exporters Benefit And Why The Deal MattersTMC Rift Deepens As Kalyan Banerjee Launches Fresh Attack On Abhishek And I-PAC123Photostories5 long-haired dog breeds that win hearts with their looks and personalityLooking for better health? Repeat these 10 powerful affirmations every dayWorld’s 10 most peaceful countries in 2026: Safe, scenic and travel-friendlyEye doctor reveals the 7 everyday habits they never skip to protect their vision, and why these simple daily choices matter9 Vastu Tips to Attract Love into Your LifeWhy the Adhar Pana prasad of Jagannath Rath Yatra is spilled on the floor and humans are forbidden to consume itYoung, slim, and feeling perfectly fine? Why more Indians are being diagnosed with prediabetes without any warning signsThese 5 giant pet cats are so big, people mistake them for wild animals10 baby girl names inspired by Japanese seasons and cherry blossom traditions“Send your child far away…”: Acharya Prashant says this one parenting decision can help children grow into independent adults123Hot PicksNBA Trade RumorsHow to Watch FIFA World CupMichael JordanKylian MbappeBengaluru ProfessorCarol RuckdeschelRussia Saction BillNBA tradeMinecraft Bedrock 26.40.31 BetaTop TrendingIND U19 vs SL U19Prashant KishorFIFA World Cup 2026Nitin GadkariBengaluru Student SuicideTwisha Sharma Murder CaseLeo CarlssonTaslima NasrinGujarat RapeIran war
NEW DELHI: The Supreme Court on Wednesday refused to entertain a writ petition filed by one Mohibulla Mondal challenging the Bengal govt’s decision to cancel ration cards of those whose names were deleted from the voter list on the ground of doubtful citizenship following Special Intensive Revision (SIR).Appearing for the petitioner from Nadia district, senior advocate Shadan Farasat told a bench of Chief Justice Surya Kant and Justices Joymalya Bagchi and V Mohana that ration cards of persons whose names were deleted from the voter list after SIR are being cancelled despite the top court restricting the SIR to electoral roll revision and clarifying that final determination of citizenship would have to be done by the Union government.The bench said since Mondal has already filed an appeal before the tribunal concerned challenging the deletion of his name from the voter list, a favourable outcome of these proceedings would ensure the inclusion of his name in the electoral roll and automatically, the other welfare benefits would follow. It asked the tribunal to decide Mondal’s appeal in two months.However, the bench said it was aware of its earlier order restricting SIR exercise to revision of the poll roll and said the issue of alleged linking of SIR deletion to cancellation of ration cards would have to be challenged in HC.Mondal said he was issued a digital ration card in Jan 2016 in the National Food Security Authority (NFSA) Priority Household category by the Bengal government.He said his right to food and right to life are in jeopardy because of the denial of subsidised food grains through a PDS outlet in his village. Supreme Court asked him to approach the high court.
